The question of whether or not to sign an employment contract is one that both employees and employers frequently encounter. While not legally mandatory in all cases, employment contracts can offer significant benefits to both parties. Understanding the implications and potential consequences is
Job Relocation and Constructive Dismissal in Ontario Employment Law
Job Relocation: Can it Lead to Constructive Dismissal in Ontario? When an employer requests an employee to relocate for their job, it can often be a very stressful experience. While it might seem like a great opportunity for some employees, for many others, it can be a career-altering decision. In
What Job Changes Cause a Constructive Dismissal?
Under Ontario employment law, an employer may be permitted to make some changes to the terms and conditions of an employee's job in certain circumstances. if there is an employment contract with an explicit term stating the employee authorizes the employer to make reasonable and necessary
Changing Employment Contracts in Ontario
The world of work is dynamic. Businesses evolve, and sometimes, an employee's role needs to adapt as well. This can necessitate an employer to think about changing an employment contract. At other times, business businesses feel the need to ask employee's to sign a new employment contract in order
Are Deceased Employees Entitled to a Severance Package for Wrongful Dismissal in Ontario?
Dealing with employment issues after the passing of an employee can be challenging and emotionally difficult for most employers. However, it is important to understand what an employer's obligations under Ontario employment law to an employee’s estate upon termination of employment. This article
Looking for an Employment Lawyer? How to Find the Right Employment Lawyer in Ontario
Looking for an experienced employment lawyer in Ontario when facing a workplace dispute can be stressful and confusing. Whether you are dealing with a wrongful dismissal claim, a constructive dismissal scenario, workplace harassment or discrimination, reviewing a new employment contract, or any
Does Your Employer Benefit From Your Own Ideas? Understanding Intellectual Property Law in Canadian Employment Law
The world of intellectual property can be complex, especially when navigating its role within the employment landscape. As an employee in Canada, you might come up with brilliant ideas, inventions, or creative works during your course of employment. But who will ultimately own the rights to those
Why it is Important to Review Employment Contract with Employment Lawyer in Ontario
Congratulations! You just landed your dream job in Ontario. While the excitement is bubbling over, and visions of a successful career dance in your head, there are many other considerations that should also be top of mind. Most important among them is the crucial step that all employees in Ontario